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Genetic characterization of South African Nguni cattle ecotypes using microsatellite markers

Sanarana, Yandisiwe Patience (University of Pretoria, 2015)

Genetic characterization is an important step to assess the genetic status of indigenous breeds for informed decision making with regard to genetic improvement and conservation. The Nguni cattle breed is an important ...
A genome wide scan for signatures of selection in six South African cattle populations

Makina, Sithembile Olga (University of Pretoria, 2015)

South African (SA) indigenous and locally developed cattle breeds possess adaptive traits that are usually associated with tolerance to various diseases, extreme temperatures and humidity and to change in the availability ...
Genome-wide marker discovery in three South African indigenous cattle breeds (Afrikaner Drakensberger and Nguni) using next generation sequencing

Zwane, Avhashoni Agnes (University of Pretoria, 2017)

Afrikaner, Drakensberger, and Nguni are the South African (SA) landraces that played major roles in the social, cultural and economic history of SA. These breeds are valuable genetic resources for beef production and limited ...

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